I can leave New Orleans any day after May 8th, so I can meet any day after the 10th. Anywhere from Marion, VA to New Orleans, LA (that has train, bus or cheap air service) will share gas cost to Damascus. Need to be in Damascus by Wed., May 13th, have signed up to be a volunteer. Will also be working with "Hardcore 2009" then hitting the trail. So I will not need a ride back. :sun